Where can I find the Return from Leave of Absence form (Limited to Extended Education)?

How do I pay my tuition and fees?

You can pay your current charges (including tuition, fees, and past-due balances) online from a credit card checking or savings account through your My Buckeye Link. Please note, if you pay with a credit card, there is a 2.75% nonrefundable fee acessed with every transaction. To make a payment, locate the Finances section of your My Buckeye Link, and select “Make a Payment” and follow the instructions. You may also pay your tuition and fees in person at dropbox located inside the Student Academic Services building, or you may also mail your check or money order to

Office of the University BursarThe Ohio State UniversityPO Box 183248Columbus, OH 43218-3248

I was last in the Extended Education unit at Ohio State and have not enrolled for one or more terms. How do I request to be reactivated or returned from leave of absence?

In order to reactivate your status as an Extended Education student, you must complete the Extended Education Activation Request Form(link is external) and request a return from leave of absence to undergraduate nondegree. You will receive an email confirming your submission. Your request should be processed within 2-3 business days.

Where can I find the Course Enrollment Permission Form?

Where do I find my tuition and fee total and the due date?

You can find your tuition and fee total in your Statement of Account located on the home page, under Finances of your My Buckeye Link. Your Statement of Account will display what fees are owed and the due date.

I am a former Ohio State student who was enrolled in a degree program. I would like to return to Ohio State to take a few classes as a non-degree seeking student. What must I do to enroll with Extended Education?

I have questions about financial aid. Who do I contact?

What is Extended Education and who do we serve?

Extended Education students are undergraduate non-degree seekers, or those enrolled at other post-secondary institutions, undergraduate visiting students. Our Extended Education students fall into these learner categories:

Students with some college credit who are reentering the university environment after an absence

Students with post-secondary degrees completing prerequisites for graduate or professional study

Adults who want to update career knowledge and skills, widen career options or explore a new discipline

Professionals (such as educators) renewing certification/licensure

Lifelong learners who enjoy academic opportunity and seek new ideas

Students currently enrolled at another post-secondary institution interested in transferring Ohio State credit back to their home institution

I have attended other colleges and universities. Can undergraduate non-degree students submit their transcripts to receive transfer credits?

No. If you are interested in transferring to Ohio State as a degree seeking student, please apply through Undergraduate Admissions http://undergrad.osu.edu/admissions/index.html. Undergraduate non-degree seeking students may receive an unofficial transfer credit evaluation to determine course equivalencies. The unofficial results are recorded in the Degree Audit system.

I applied online to Extended Education, and now I have an "Affidavit of GPA" on my To Do List. How do I complete this item?

On the application, question regarding having a cumulative GPA of a 2.0 or higher on all previous college coursework.. If you answered Yes, or No College Credit, the Affidavit of GPA will fall off your account in 3 to 5 business days. If you answered No, please call 614-292-8860 to speak with the Admission Counselor.

If I later am admitted to Ohio State as a degree seeking student, will my academic credit earned as an undergraduate non-degree student apply to the degree?

When are tuition and fee payments due?

Students must pay tuition, all fees, and prior term balances one week (7 calendar days) before the first day of classes. This includes the first installment of the Tuition Option Payment Plan (TOPP). If you enroll into a class after this date, refer to your Statement of Account for your payment due date.

I have an English Language Proficiency requirement on my To Do list. How do I complete this item?

You must request that your testing agency send official scores electronically to Ohio State demonstrating the English proficiency level outlined below:

TOEFL: 79 or higher on the internet-based test, 550 or higher on the paper-based test

IELTS: 6.5 or higher

ACT: 21 or higher on the English section

SAT: 27 or higher on the Reading Test

You are exempt from this requirement if you have completed three full years of school at a U.S. regionally accredited high school or if you are a citizen of, or have received a bachelor’s degree from, Australia, Belize, British Caribbean, British West Indies, Canada (except Quebec), England, Guyana, Ireland, Liberia, New Zealand, Scotland, the United States or Wales.

Does Ohio State offer a payment plan?

Yes. Log into your My Buckeye Link through http://www.buckeyelink.osu.edu/ and select “Account Inquiry”. Once you are at the “Account Summary” page, select the tab, “Payment Plan” located at the top, right of the screen.

Can I take courses for Pass/Non-Pass grading as an Extended Education student?

Yes, if the instructor and department permits it. You should verify with your instructor that the course can be taken for pass/non-pass grading. Also, you must notify your assigned advisor in writing via email or the Course enrollment Permission form by the fourth Friday of the semester or second Friday of the session.

What are the tuition and fees for Extended Education Students?

Please visit the Office of the University Registrar http://registrar.osu.edu/, then select “Tuition and Fees”. Note that Extended Education students are not responsible for program fees but may be responsible for additional course and lab fees.

I am enrolled in an undergraduate degree program at another university. I would like to attend Ohio State for one semester, or during the summer, to take courses to transfer credit back at my home university. Do I apply to Extended Education?

Yes. Those visiting from other colleges and universities must apply to Extended Education as a transient/ visiting student. Those who choose to enter the university as a transient/ visiting student must currently be enrolled at another institution and plan to transfer credits earned at Ohio State to their university or college. Review Admission & Criteria to verify that you meet the criteria to apply. Transient/ visiting students are only allowed to enroll for one term per year and must reapply every term they wish to return.If you are a returning transient/ visiting student, you may reapply without an additional application fee. Please call 614-292-8860 to schedule an in- office admission appointment to reapply.

Can I audit courses or enroll for audit as an Extended Education student?

Yes. You must have the instructor sign a Course Enrollment Permission form to be added to the course. Return this form to your advisor before the fourth Friday of the semester or second Friday of the session.

Note: The university employee tuition assistance program does not cover courses for audit.

This is my first time as an Ohio State student. Am I required to complete an orientation?

Yes. Newly admitted students are required to complete an orientation. Orientation may be completed over the phone or in- office. Please call the Office of Distance Education & eLearning at (614) 292-8860 to schedule your orientation.

What must I consider before dropping a class or withdrawing from the university?

Dropping a class can affect your eligibility for certain types of financial aid including loans, and employee tuition benefits. A reduction in hours may affect:

Financial aid awards

Veterans Financial Aid/ GI Bill

Forfeiture fees for OSU employees and dependents

Health Insurance requirements

International Student Visa

Automobile Insurance discounts

Student Financial Aid impact: The Student Financial Aid website has information on How to Keep Your Financial Aid Award and “What Happens to Your Financial Aid When You Drop Classes or Withdraw”. For additional information on how dropping a class or withdrawing will affect your financial aid status, please contact the Student Service Center at (614) 292-0300.

Veterans Financial Aid / GI Bill impact: To determine if and how dropping a class will affect your aid status, please contact Gina Lee in the Office of Veterans Affairs at (614) 292-3453.

University employees and dependents: Depending on the time in the semester, you may be required to pay back tuition benefits that you received. Tuition Assistance plan policies and information are at hr.osu.edu; select “Benefits”, “Education Benefits”, then “Tuition Assistance”. Forfeiture fee information is available at registrar.osu.edu; select the appropriate term under Registration & Fees at a Glance; scroll down to "Forfeiture / Refund of Fees". Your Extended Education advisor can assist you in determining if you will be subject to forfeiture fees.

Health Insurance impact: If you were approved for Ohio State Student Health Insurance, contact Student Health insurance at (614) 688-7979. If you are a dependent under your parent’s or guardian’s health insurance plan as a student, you should verify the impact of a drop in hours or withdrawal on your health insurance eligibility.

International Students: If you hold an international student visa, before changing your enrollment status contact and advisor in the Office of International Affairs at (614) 292-6101.

Withdrawal: Depending on the specific week of the term, you could receive a notation of a “W” (withdrew) on your transcript. If you have a significant number of W’s on your record, it may suggest a pattern of careless enrollment which could be considered in applications for graduate or professional programs.

How do I obtain the instructor's permission for enrolling into a class?

Some courses require permission from the instructor to enroll. To add these types of courses, you should complete a Course Enrollment Permission form and obtain the appropriate signatures. If you have received permission from the instructor via email, please forward the email to your Extended Education academic advisor.

What is the Financial Responsibility Statement?

The Financial Responsibility Statement outlines the terms and conditions of the financial responsibilities and obligations associated with attending Ohio State. Students must agree to the terms and conditions of the Financial Responsibility Statement each term with an electronic signature through My Buckeye Link. Students who fail to complete this statement will have a hold placed on their account and not be able to register for classes. For more information, visit https://buckeyelink.osu.edu/task/all/financial-responsibility-statement.

Are Undergraduate non-degree students eligible for federal financial aid?

As a non-degree seeking student, you are not eligible for grants; however, under certain circumstances, you can be considered for up to twelve months of aid.

If you are planning to seek Federal Student Financial Aid assistance for your non-degree enrollment, be sure to carefully review the federal financial aid information for non-degree seekers on the Student Financial Aid (link is external)page.

Contact the Student Service Center at 614-292-0300 to discuss your questions and eligibility criteria for federal aid.

Can I self-enroll into a course or must I talk to an advisor?

You may self-enroll as long as you meet the prerequsites of the course, until the first Friday of semester or session. If you have taken the prerequsite courses at an institution other than Ohio State, please consult with your academic advisor to ensure they will apply to your course at Ohio State. You can send or show your advisor an unofficial copy of your transcript to be enrolled in courses until the first Friday of term or session.

Through the second Friday of the term or session, you will also need instructor’s permission to enter into a course. Once you have permission, your advisor will be able to register you for the course. Following the second Friday, you will need the permission from the instructor as well as the department chair and will need to petition for approval for late registration.

I have a hold on my account. Why was it placed?

If there is a hold on your account, it could be for many reasons. Log into your My Buckeye Link from buckeyelink.osu.edu. On the sidebar to the right, the first heading should read “Holds”. Select “Details” to see the specifics of your hold.

Do Extended Education students qualify for Student Health Insurance?

Extended Education students are not generally eligible for student health insurance (International Students are the exception). Extended Education students meeting certain criteria may petition for student health insurance. Students must meet with an advisor for review and signoff of their academic plan as a non-degree seeking student.

If an insurance charge is added to your account and you do not want insurance, you are advised to waive the insurance online in your My Buckeye Link using the “Select/Waive Coverage” link under the Finances section.

International students are required to purchase the Comprehensive OSU Student Health Insurance Plan. International students who wish to submit a request for exemption from coverage will need to complete an International Student Health Insurance Waiver from. See shi.osu.edu for additional information.

Where do I find the dates for course enrollment/registration?

You can find general registration and enrollment appointment information on the web pages of the Office of the University Registrar (http://registrar.osu.edu/). Select "Registration" from the menu, then under Important Dates, select the semester preceding the semester you want to schedule for (for example for Summer 2017 or Autumn 2017 registration dates, select Spring Term 2017; for Spring 2018 registration dates, select Autumn 2017). Scroll to the bottom of the page and you will see planned registration dates for the next term.

After enrollment appointments have been assigned for the upcoming registration period, you can verify the date and time you can schedule by logging into Your Buckeye Link and checking on the right side, under Enrollment Dates and Enrollment Appointments. Click on “details”; if necessary, select the appropriate semester. You may schedule on or after the date and time shown under Appointment Begins.

As a former Ohio State student coming into Extended Education, am I required to complete orientation?

Students returning after a long absence from the university are highly encouraged, but not required, to complete an orientation. Orientation may be completed over the phone or in- office. Please call the Office of Distance Education & eLearning at (614) 292-8860 to schedule your orientation.

Where can I find the current course offerings?

I was previously admitted to Extended Education, but did not register for classes. Do I need to apply again to register?

If you decide not to register for classes for the term you were admitted, your admission will be cancelled and you will need to contact the admission counselor for further instructions. Please call 614-292-8860 to speak with the admission counselor.

How do I apply for admission to Extended Education?

Domestic students can either apply online or in- person. Domestic students can apply online through the Extended Education website https://odee.osu.edu/apply-now, prior to the posted application deadlines. There is a nonrefundable, $60 application fee due at submission. Domestic students can call 614-292-8860 to schedule an in- office admission appointment. There is a nonrefundable, $60 applciation fee required in the form of check or money order, due at the time of the appointment.

International studentsshould first contact an international counselor in Undergraduate Admissions at int.undergrad@osu.edu. Applicants must submit a nonrefundable $70 application fee with the application.

Do Extended Education students have access to the campus recreation facilities?

Students, excluding Ohio State employees, taking 4 or more credit hours will be required to pay a recreation fee, giving them access to campus recreation facilities. The recreation fee is removed from faculty and staff accounts. University employees must pay the faculty and staff rates for recreation facility programs and access. See http://recsports.osu.edu/membership for more information.

Where can I find the catalog of course descriptions?

Are official transcripts needed to apply for admission to Extended Education?

No. Official transcripts are not required for admission to the university as an undergraduate non-degree student; we do recommend that prospective students provide unofficial copies of their transcripts to aid in the advising process. If you are sending official transcripts, do not send them to Extended Education, as they will not be official. If you do send official transcripts to the university, please review the registrar website to know where to send them: http://registrar.osu.edu/transfer_credit/index.asp.

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What courses can I take as an Extended Education student?

Undergraduate non-degree students may enroll into undergraduate level courses for which they meet the prerequisites. There are some courses that may require the instructor’s permission prior to enrolling.

I have questions about my statement of account. Who do I contact?

I am thinking about becoming an undergraduate non-degree seeking student and have a few questions before I apply. Can I meet with an advisor before I apply?

Yes. If you are interested in receiving more information about Extended Education, enrollment as a non-degree seeking student, or if you are unsure about applying, you can meet with an advisor to discuss your academic goals and pursuits. If you would like to meet with an advisor, you may call our office at 614-292-8860 to schedule an advising appointment.